: : Health Care Enrichment Program Volunteers Needed

Van Nuys , CA 91405

We are looking for a strong group of volunteers who will be willing to assist this agency prepare for a big fundraising event for November 2008. HCDD is a nonprofit organization which promotes a comprehensive health care plan. They provide services to over 47,000 at-risk youth annually. The programs mission is to enrich the lives and spirits of those children, adolescents, families and adults who are entrusted to them with comprehensive treatment and health care services. The vision of HCDD is to create and promote a continuum of best health care and treatment practices that lead to positive changes and healthier lives. Volunteers are needed to assist HCDD for the next three months in putting together a black tie fundraiser for a youth who lost his hand in a terrible accident. This young man would like to pursue a career in medicine and with the agency’s assistance he will be able to obtain a prosthetic. They are a fun organization. They need help in stuffing envelopes, getting the VIP mailing list together, making telephone calls, getting sponsors, donations for the silent auction and working with the entertainment committee. Writers and media folks are also needed who can write about the event: someone who can put together press releases summarizing the highlights of the evening and emphasize why they are raising funds. Volunteers are needed anytime between 9 am and 6 pm, Mondays thru Fridays until the big day on November. Interested volunteers must be at least 16 years old. If you have good phone, clerical, fundraising skills or just simply want to assist with this event or want to develop your skills, please sign up now for further contact details and to set up an interview.

: : Body Worlds 3 Special Exhibits

Los Angeles, CA 90037

A Los Angeles-based Science Center is pleased to present BODY WORLDS 3 & The story of the Heart. This special exhibit features over 200 authentic human specimens including whole body plastinates not seen before, organs, translucent body slices, and for the first time-a special presentation of the heart. This exhibit will be open from March 14, 2008 through September 7, 2008. Volunteer to make this exhibit is a blast! Volunteers must have excellent customer service skills, an outgoing personality, be in a good health and at least 16 years old. Volunteers must commit to volunteering for a minimal of 3 months. Ideally, volunteers would be able to commit to working one 4-hour shifts per week. Volunteer shifts are available in the morning, afternoon and evening, Monday through Sunday. Shifts will be assigned on a first come first serve basis. Orientation and training is provided. 50 volunteers are needed each day while this exhibit is running. If you’re interested to volunteer, please sign up here now and we will forward further contact information to you.

: : Housing Discrimination Testers Needed

L A & Ventura County

Housing discrimination affects millions of people…. You can help fight discrimination and earn extra money. A Los Angeles based nonprofit is seeking volunteer testers to assist in the investigation of housing discrimination complaints. Individuals should have a strong interest in civil rights and social justice issues and be committed to fighting discrimination. Testers must be reliable, objective, observant, and have good oral and written communication skills. Testers are paid a stipend plus mileage for their work and are also able to work very flexible hours. No minimum commitment is required. Testers are required to complete a four hour training session. You must be at least 18 years of age to volunteer. If you’re interested, please register here for further contact details.

: : Office Assistance for Programs for Critically and Chronically Ill Children

Los Angeles, CA 90048

We are looking for volunteers with clerical experience on a regular basis. This is to assist this nonprofit with daily clerical / office duties such as, mailings, filing, answering and making phone calls, etc. This organization is a public charity whose mission is to provide financial assistance to single parents of catastrophically and chronically ill children when all other resources are exhausted. Office hours are 9:00 – 6:00 p.m. Interested volunteers must be at least 16 years old.

: : Gallery Guide Volunteers Needed

Hollywood, CA 90028

This independent nonprofit organization located in the heart of Hollywood, whose mission is to support, exhibit and advocate innovation in art-making, is looking for gallery guide volunteers. The gallery guide interacts directly with the public and educates visitors about current exhibitions and events. He/she will provide point of entry to adventurous contemporary art and will ensure security of artwork and quality of audience experience. He/she will be involved in opening/closing procedures of gallery and general gallery maintenance. This position requires excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills. Gallery hours are 12-6 pm Wednesday through Sunday and 12-9 pm on Fridays. Minimum age for volunteers for this position is 18. Other volunteer opportunities are also available such as special events volunteers, administration assistant, development and program assistants and more. Please register here if you are interested in supporting this agency, and we will forward you more contact details.

: : Camp Maintenance Crew Volunteers Needed

Camp Lakota - Frazier Park, CA 93225

We are looking for 10 to 12 volunteers to assist with Maintenance of camp facilities for youths: building new structures and repairing trails. This involves a wide range of activities for all experience levels. Volunteers with building and construction skills are encouraged as well as those with only an interest in the out of doors. This opportunity is available every 2 nd weekend of each month from Friday evening through Sunday. Volunteers must be willing to undergo background check. All volunteers are welcome: volunteers under 18 years old must come with a parent or guardian. If you or you’re group is interested, please sign up here and further contact information will be provided. 

: : Retail Sales Volunteers Needed

Chatsworth, CA 91311

We are seeking 1 or 2 interested volunteers to assist at the Girl Scouts Store for an ongoing basis. The Girl Scout Store helps leaders with supplies for awards and program. By maintaining a retail facility, they are able to help leaders easily purchase the awards and program books for their girls. The volunteers would help maintain vendor and inventory files. Assist with restocking and store maintenance. Creative Arts background is a plus. Interested volunteers must be at least 18 years of age, and are needed on weekdays, 11 am to 6:30 pm. Girl Scouting is the premier organization bringing leadership development to girls everywhere. Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place. For interested volunteers, please register here for further contact details. Please note that background check will be conducted for interested volunteers. 

: : Volunteers / Coaches Needed

Los Angeles, CA 90012

Are you looking for a wonderful and rewarding volunteer opportunity? This national nonprofit organization is looking for volunteers and coaches to assist with their program. This is a national, nonprofit volunteer-led organization that provides one-to-one recreational opportunities for children and young adults with mental and physical disabilities at no cost to their families and caregivers. The organization’s mission is to foster the self-esteem, confidence, skills and talents of its athletes through non-competitive activities, allowing young people facing even the most significant challenges to meet their individual goals. Their programs are open, unstructured and flexible. With the help of volunteer coaches, the athletes can participate in a variety of non-competitive activities, including soccer, basketball, swimming, bowling, gymnastics and various other adaptive activities. Volunteers are needed two Sundays a month usually between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm. Volunteers / coaches must be at least 15 years of age, and do not necessarily need prior experience working with people with disabilities. Coaches don't need to be athletic, either. The athletes will love you just as you are! If you are interested to support this program, please sign in now to get more details on schedules and application process.

: : Office Support and Health Fair Volunteers Needed

Los Angeles, CA 90010

Join the nation’s oldest voluntary health agency fighting for your right to breathe clean and healthy air. Statewide, air pollution is responsible for over 2,900 premature deaths each year. Join as an intern or volunteer. Through education, community service, advocacy, and research we help those who suffer from lung disease and promote lung health for everyone. Positions available: office support and health fair coordinator. *Office Support will assist with a variety of important behind-the-scenes support: answer phones and take messages for staff, respond to requests from the public for educational materials and referrals, assist with mailing, internet research, etc., maintain literature room, promote volunteerism and assist with volunteer recruitment, and more. Office support volunteers may volunteer anytime between 9 am and 5 pm, week days, for at least 4 hours. *Health Fair Coordinator will assist in community outreach: set up and distribute materials related to our mission, programs, services and events by representing the ALAC at health/environmental fairs, staff information booth, distribute brochures and respond to inquiries about ALAC’s programs and events, educate the community on promoting good air quality and lung health. Orientation and training specific to the role will be provided. Volunteers for this position are needed mainly on weekends and some week days for 3 to 4 hours. Interested volunteers for these positions must be nonsmokers. Register now for further duties description and contact details.